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Decorative Ceramic Pitcher by St. Aignan (circa 1970s)
Decorative Ceramic Pitcher by St. Aignan (circa 1970s)

Decorative Ceramic Pitcher by St. Aignan (circa 1970s)

Located in London, GB

A decorative ceramic pitcher with stylised plant motif by St. Aignan Pottery (circa 1970s). The St. Aignan pottery is located in the Loire Valley of France. They produced utilitarian...

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1970s French Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

1960’s Silver Plated and Crystal Ewer or Pitcher
1960’s Silver Plated and Crystal Ewer or Pitcher

1960’s Silver Plated and Crystal Ewer or Pitcher

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This stunning mid-century modern pitcher is a true testament to the era's love of sleek lines and elegant design. Crafted by the renowned French brand "Étain du Manoir...

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Mid-20th Century French Pitchers

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Antique Majolica Arsenal Shorter & Boulton Nesting Bird Robins Egg Pitcher 8"
Antique Majolica Arsenal Shorter & Boulton Nesting Bird Robins Egg Pitcher 8"

Antique Majolica Arsenal Shorter & Boulton Nesting Bird Robins Egg Pitcher 8"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Majolica nesting bird / Robins egg pitcher / creamer / jug attributed to Arsenal Pottery after Shorter & Boulton. It features a very colorful motif of Begonia leaves and twi...

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1880s Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Majolica

Decorative Porcelain Blue and Gilded Tall Pitcher, Pink Floral C. 1900
Decorative Porcelain Blue and Gilded Tall Pitcher, Pink Floral C. 1900

Decorative Porcelain Blue and Gilded Tall Pitcher, Pink Floral C. 1900

Located in Worcester Park, GB

This elegant porcelain pitcher is a beautiful example of English decorative pottery, crafted by the renowned James Kent Ltd., also known as JKL or Old Foley...

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20th Century English Victorian Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in rare Cashmire Ptn, William 1Vth Ca 1833
Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in rare Cashmire Ptn, William 1Vth Ca 1833

Masons Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in rare Cashmire Ptn, William 1Vth Ca 1833

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good, Mason's ironstone hydra jug with a snake handle in the Cashmire De Thibet pattern dating to the William 1Vth English 19th century period, circa 1832-1836 The jug has an octagonal hydra shape with a snake handle. This pattern is not often seen. It is called "Cashmire De Thibet" and is illustrated on page 60 of the book; A Guide To Mason's Patent Ironstone Patterns, published by The Mason's Collectors' Club. The jug is unmarked to the base as was sometimes the case, but is definitely by Mason's Ironstone as they were the only manufacturer to produce a jug in this shape with this pattern and dating to the English William 1Vth period circa 1832-1836. Overall a very nice Masons Hydra Jug or Pitcher in a rare pattern. Notes on the pattern. This unusual name of "Cashmire De Thibet" was a name applied circa 1832-1836, to summer scarves...

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19th Century English William IV Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ironstone

Large Green French Vintage Pottery Jaspe Glazed Pitcher
Large Green French Vintage Pottery Jaspe Glazed Pitcher

Large Green French Vintage Pottery Jaspe Glazed Pitcher

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Antique Pottery Jaspe Multicolored Pitcher with Handle, France. Large French pitcher in terracotta with yellows, browns and greens with a marbleized glaze. The pottery piece has one ...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Green Majolica Ceramic Cabbage Leaf Teapot - Mid 20th Century
Green Majolica Ceramic Cabbage Leaf Teapot - Mid 20th Century

Green Majolica Ceramic Cabbage Leaf Teapot - Mid 20th Century

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A small mid-century majolica teapot with a green cabbage leaf motif. This beautiful piece will be a great addition to a tea set. The body is round and features textured cabbage leave...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Mason's Ironstone Large Jug or Pitcher in rare Muscove Duck Pattern, circa 1825
Mason's Ironstone Large Jug or Pitcher in rare Muscove Duck Pattern, circa 1825

Mason's Ironstone Large Jug or Pitcher in rare Muscove Duck Pattern, circa 1825

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a beautifully hand painted Large Jug or Pitcher in the rare Muscove Duck pattern, made by Mason's Ironstone, Lane Delph, England, dating to circa 1825. This is a one of Maso...

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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ironstone

Antique English Staffordshire Porcelain Red & White Cow Bull Creamer Pitcher 7"
Antique English Staffordshire Porcelain Red & White Cow Bull Creamer Pitcher 7"

Antique English Staffordshire Porcelain Red & White Cow Bull Creamer Pitcher 7"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain cream pitcher in the shape of a red and white cow standing on an oval base. Gilt horns. Tail curls to form handle. Includes stopper. Dim...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

18th Century French Bronze Tankard
18th Century French Bronze Tankard

18th Century French Bronze Tankard

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a gorgeous 18th century French bronze tankard. This large tankard is made of a mixture of copper and nickel to make bronze. It has a be...

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Pitchers

Materials

Bronze, Copper

French Ceramic Pitcher with Flower Motif by the Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)
French Ceramic Pitcher with Flower Motif by the Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)

French Ceramic Pitcher with Flower Motif by the Cloutier Brothers (circa 1970s)

By Cloutier Freres

Located in London, GB

A decorative ceramic pitcher with bouquet of flowers motif by the Cloutier brothers (circa 1970s). This charming pitcher was made in Cloutiers' trademark delicate style with light ma...

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1970s French Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

French Pottery Blue Dots Pitcher Savoie Circa 1890
French Pottery Blue Dots Pitcher Savoie Circa 1890

French Pottery Blue Dots Pitcher Savoie Circa 1890

Located in Austin, TX

French Pottery Blue Dots Pitcher Savoie Circa 1890. H / 5.3 inches.

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1890s French Country Antique Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Large French Hand-Hammered Copper Milk Jug/Pitcher
Large French Hand-Hammered Copper Milk Jug/Pitcher

Large French Hand-Hammered Copper Milk Jug/Pitcher

Located in San Francisco, CA

The portly jug fitted with two handles below a large pouring spout.

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Early 1900s French Antique Pitchers

Materials

Copper

Abstract set of Six Ceramic Drinking Cups and a Jug by Vallauris, 1960s
Abstract set of Six Ceramic Drinking Cups and a Jug by Vallauris, 1960s

Abstract set of Six Ceramic Drinking Cups and a Jug by Vallauris, 1960s

By Vallauris

Located in Antwerp, BE

Handcrafted set of six jugs and a pitcher featured with six different position figures in a striking yellow and orange. An abstract style of the Vallauris region, famous for its uniq...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Large Glazed Fish Jug by Michael Andersen & Son, Denmark, circa 1940
Large Glazed Fish Jug by Michael Andersen & Son, Denmark, circa 1940

Large Glazed Fish Jug by Michael Andersen & Son, Denmark, circa 1940

By Michael Andersen & Son

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Large fish-shaped ceramic pitcher. Measurements: L: 9.5 inches (24 cm), H: 7.7 inches (19.5 cm). Stamped with the Crestmark of Michael Andersen & Son and the serial/model number: 446...

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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

19thc Smoke Ring Sponge Ware Pitcher
19thc Smoke Ring Sponge Ware Pitcher

19thc Smoke Ring Sponge Ware Pitcher

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Sponge ware pottery pitcher in a smoke ring pattern.Amazing deep blue color.

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Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Collection of Three 19Thc Sponge Ware Pitchers
Collection of Three 19Thc Sponge Ware Pitchers

Collection of Three 19Thc Sponge Ware Pitchers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Blue & white sponge ware pottery pitchers.Sold as a group of three.

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Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

1970s Space Age Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio
1970s Space Age Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio

1970s Space Age Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio

By Enzo Bioli

Located in Aci Castello, IT

Rare 1970s Mid-Century Modern Green Ceramic Pitcher by Enzo Bioli for Il Picchio Discover a piece of authentic Italian mid-century design with this stunning and rare ceramic pitcher....

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Brass & Glass Mosaic Water Pitcher by Salvador Teran, Mexico 1960's
Brass & Glass Mosaic Water Pitcher by Salvador Teran, Mexico 1960's

Brass & Glass Mosaic Water Pitcher by Salvador Teran, Mexico 1960's

By Salvador Teran

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Introducing the exquisite Brass & Glass Mosaic Water Pitcher by Salvador Teran, a stunning piece hailing from Mexico's vibrant 1960s era. Crafted with utmost precision, this pitcher ...

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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Brass

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pitcher 432A
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pitcher 432A

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Pitcher 432A

By Georg Jensen

Located in Hellerup, DK

A Georg Jensen sterling silver pitcher, design #432A, envisioned by the renowned artist Johan Rohde in 1920. Known for its timeless elegance and innovative minimalistic look, this i...

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1940s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Majolica Duck Pitcher Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900
Majolica Duck Pitcher Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900

Majolica Duck Pitcher Keller & Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900

By Saint-Clément

Located in Austin, TX

Large Majolica duck in an egg pitcher signed Keller et Guerin Saint Clement, circa 1900. Decorated with a duckling watching a dragonfly.

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Rose Stainless Steel Thermal Carafe 1L

Rose Stainless Steel Thermal Carafe 1L

By Pinetti

Located in Milan, IT

Crafted entirely from stainless steel, both inside and out, the Rose Thermal Carafe boasts practicality and elegance. With its easily removable lining, cleaning is a breeze. Availabl...

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2010s Italian Pitchers

Materials

Leather

Victorian, "Patent Mosaic" Teal Blue Cherub Water Jug, Boote, Staffordshire 1846
Victorian, "Patent Mosaic" Teal Blue Cherub Water Jug, Boote, Staffordshire 1846

Victorian, "Patent Mosaic" Teal Blue Cherub Water Jug, Boote, Staffordshire 1846

Located in Worcester Park, GB

This item is a vintage ceramic dish featuring a "PATENT MOSAIC" mark from the manufacturer Cork & Edge, dating back to the 19th century. This item is a piece of antique pottery, ide...

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1850s European Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Gorham Victorian Water Pitcher with Floral Repousse, 1887
Antique Gorham Victorian Water Pitcher with Floral Repousse, 1887

Antique Gorham Victorian Water Pitcher with Floral Repousse, 1887

By Gorham Manufacturing Company

Located in New York, NY

Victorian sterling silver water pitcher. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1887. Ovoid bowl with drum-form neck; beaded mouth rim and c-scroll spout. Repousse buds and blooms, includin...

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1880s American Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Staffordshire Porcelain Red & White Cow Spill Vase Creamer Pitcher 7"
Antique Staffordshire Porcelain Red & White Cow Spill Vase Creamer Pitcher 7"

Antique Staffordshire Porcelain Red & White Cow Spill Vase Creamer Pitcher 7"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain flatback figural cream pitcher / bud vase in the shape of a red and white cow next to a tree stump, on a grassy oval base. Base painted w...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

William 1Vth Masons Jug or Pitcher in Turner Willow Pattern, circa 1830
William 1Vth Masons Jug or Pitcher in Turner Willow Pattern, circa 1830

William 1Vth Masons Jug or Pitcher in Turner Willow Pattern, circa 1830

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good, Mason's Ironstone Hydra jug or pitcher in the Turner Willow, colored Blue and White pattern, made in the English, first half of the 19th C period, circa 1830. The jug has an octagonal shape with a notched snake handle and is decorated in a very colourful, distinctive "Turner Willow " pattern, which is one of Mason's rarer chinoiserie blue and white patterns, using bold hand painted enamels of various colours and shades, over a light blue printed...

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Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ironstone

English Ceramic Blue Pitcher Johnson Brothers
English Ceramic Blue Pitcher Johnson Brothers

English Ceramic Blue Pitcher Johnson Brothers

By Johnson Brothers

Located in New York, NY

An English blue (cornflower blue) ceramic pitcher, Art Deco period, by Johnson Brothers, circa early-20th century, England. Beautiful as a standalone piece, for liquids, as a vase, e...

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Wedgwood Blue Jasperware Lidded Jug, signed WEDGWOOD
Antique Wedgwood Blue Jasperware Lidded Jug, signed WEDGWOOD

Antique Wedgwood Blue Jasperware Lidded Jug, signed WEDGWOOD

Located in Stamford, CT

Antique Wedgwood Blue Jasperware Lidded Jug, signed WEDGWOOD. Wedgwood Jasperware is a type of unglazed stoneware developed by Josiah Wedgwood in the 1770s. It is characterized by i...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Pitchers

Materials

Porcelain

Small French Green Majolica Pitcher Creamer circa 1900
Small French Green Majolica Pitcher Creamer circa 1900

Small French Green Majolica Pitcher Creamer circa 1900

Located in Austin, TX

Charming Small French Green Majolica Pitcher Creamer decorated with a carnation.

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Early 1900s French Rustic Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage 1960s Portuguese Floral Pitcher Vase
Vintage 1960s Portuguese Floral Pitcher Vase

Vintage 1960s Portuguese Floral Pitcher Vase

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Handmade, handpainted Portuguese floral organic modern ceramic pitcher vase. Blue and ochre colored birds in flight holding a green branch and floral lea...

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Mid-20th Century Portuguese French Provincial Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Stunning black ceramic pitcher in the style of Georges Jouve circa 1950
Stunning black ceramic pitcher in the style of Georges Jouve circa 1950

Stunning black ceramic pitcher in the style of Georges Jouve circa 1950

By Georges Jouve

Located in NICE, FR

This elegant black-glazed ceramic pitcher embodies the spirit of mid-century French modernism, strongly reminiscent of the work of Georges Jouve. Its organic, curvaceous form feature...

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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Majolica Duck Pitcher by Keller & Guérin, France, Art Nouveau, 1890
Majolica Duck Pitcher by Keller & Guérin, France, Art Nouveau, 1890

Majolica Duck Pitcher by Keller & Guérin, France, Art Nouveau, 1890

By Keller & Guérin

Located in Valencia, VC

French Majolica Duck-Shaped Pitcher by Keller et Guerin, Late 19th Century A beautifully crafted Majolica pitcher in the form of a duck, made by Keller et Guerin in Saint Clément, F...

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Pitchers

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Ceramic, Earthenware, Majolica, Porcelain, Stoneware

Vintage Studio Pottery Pitcher Earthenware Rustic Farmhouse
Vintage Studio Pottery Pitcher Earthenware Rustic Farmhouse

Vintage Studio Pottery Pitcher Earthenware Rustic Farmhouse

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, This is a vintage studio pottery pitcher. It is a handcrafted ceramic piece, often with a rustic or farmhouse style, and features a pinched spout. No signatur...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Pottery

Vase Enamelled Ceramic Vintage Pitcher Hubert Bequet, Belgium, 1950s
Vase Enamelled Ceramic Vintage Pitcher Hubert Bequet, Belgium, 1950s

Vase Enamelled Ceramic Vintage Pitcher Hubert Bequet, Belgium, 1950s

Located in Bastogne, BE

Enamelled faience ewer from the 1950s, made in Belgium, attributed to Hubert Bequet & Holland Delft’s. Vintage vase with a beautifull ivory background decorated with a bright colorf...

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1950s Belgian Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century Sterling Silver / Cut Glass Claret Jug / Pitcher
19th Century Sterling Silver / Cut Glass Claret Jug / Pitcher

19th Century Sterling Silver / Cut Glass Claret Jug / Pitcher

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Late 19th century cut glass and sterling silver tableware / barware serving claret jug. The pitcher is hallmarked by an unknown maker, but clearly originated from Italy since it's 80...

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1890s Italian Edwardian Antique Pitchers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Jasperware Pitcher with Blue and White Applications, Neoclassical Motif
Jasperware Pitcher with Blue and White Applications, Neoclassical Motif

Jasperware Pitcher with Blue and White Applications, Neoclassical Motif

By Dudson Pottery

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Neoclassical pitcher in blue Jasperware. Decorated with sprig molded accents and cherub scenes. The interior is glazed. There is wear to the handle with some loss of color. The pewte...

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1870s English Neoclassical Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

1950s Los Castillo Malachite-Inlaid Bird Creamer & Sugar Set, Taxco Mexico
1950s Los Castillo Malachite-Inlaid Bird Creamer & Sugar Set, Taxco Mexico

1950s Los Castillo Malachite-Inlaid Bird Creamer & Sugar Set, Taxco Mexico

By Los Castillo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A whimsical and collectible 1950s silver-plated creamer and sugar caddie set designed and manufactured by the legendary Los Castillo workshop of Taxco, Mexico. Hand-wrought in solid ...

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1950s Mexican Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Malachite, Silver Plate, Brass

Colored blue and red stoneware ceramic pitcher circa 1990 signed Maya
Colored blue and red stoneware ceramic pitcher circa 1990 signed Maya

Colored blue and red stoneware ceramic pitcher circa 1990 signed Maya

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Maya Signed under the base Colored stoneware ceramic pitcher Original good condition Red and blue colors Height 20 cm Large 16 cm

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Murano Glass Sky Blue Carafe and Glasses
Murano Glass Sky Blue Carafe and Glasses

Murano Glass Sky Blue Carafe and Glasses

By Alberto Donà

Located in Austin, TX

Set of six Murano glass cups and matching carafe. This set is made entirely of hand-blown glass on the island of Murano outside of Venice, Italy. They feature a transparent glass wit...

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2010s Italian Modern Pitchers

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Majolica Ceramic Jug Goemetrical decor Pattern Blue and Green Circa 1960
Italian Majolica Ceramic Jug Goemetrical decor Pattern Blue and Green Circa 1960

Italian Majolica Ceramic Jug Goemetrical decor Pattern Blue and Green Circa 1960

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

It is a hand painted ceramic pitcher in green and Blue color. It was made in the 1960s in Italy. It represents a bird with Goemetrical decor Pattern. By Aldo londi for Bitossi.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic

Mason's Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Rare Shape with Serpent Handle, circa 1830
Mason's Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Rare Shape with Serpent Handle, circa 1830

Mason's Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Rare Shape with Serpent Handle, circa 1830

By Mason's Ironstone

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very decorative fairly large & well hand painted, Jug or Pitcher made by Mason's Ironstone pottery, circa 1830. It has a rare shape and pattern. A jug of the same sha...

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Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Pitchers

Materials

Ironstone

Royal Doulton Stoneware Jug or Pitcher moulded Farming Scene, Edwardian Ca 1905
Royal Doulton Stoneware Jug or Pitcher moulded Farming Scene, Edwardian Ca 1905

Royal Doulton Stoneware Jug or Pitcher moulded Farming Scene, Edwardian Ca 1905

By Royal Doulton

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a good stoneware jug or pitcher made by The Royal Doulton, Lambeth, London factory, very early in the 20th century, in the Edwardian period. The jug has a moulded shape with...

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pitchers

Materials

Stoneware

Mosa Maastricht Art Deco Snavelkan, Netherlands, circa 1930s
Mosa Maastricht Art Deco Snavelkan, Netherlands, circa 1930s

Mosa Maastricht Art Deco Snavelkan, Netherlands, circa 1930s

Located in MAASTRICHT, LI

Product description Expressive Art Deco snavelkan produced by Mosa in Maastricht, the Netherlands, likely during the interwar period, circa 1920s–1930s. The design is striking for it...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Pitchers

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

Monumental Silver Viennese Enamel Mythological Stein by Karl Rössler, Bouguereau
Monumental Silver Viennese Enamel Mythological Stein by Karl Rössler, Bouguereau

Monumental Silver Viennese Enamel Mythological Stein by Karl Rössler, Bouguereau

By Karl Rössler 1

Located in New York, NY

A Monumental and Very Unusual Silver Viennese Enamel Mythological Stein, by Karl Rössler, Marked, "KR" and "A". A "Tour de Force" of late 19th-century Viennese enamel artistry, this...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Pitchers

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Vintage, New and Antique Pitchers

Perfect for entertaining, a dinner party or a small luncheon, vintage, new and antique pitchers are versatile pieces to keep in any collection.

Whether you’re dining in the great outdoors, freshening up drinks in the living room or making a batch of fresh-squeezed juice for breakfast in the kitchen, a pitcher is a must-have feature of your dining and entertaining set.

Prior to indoor plumbing and the advent of sinks, people paired a pitcher with a wash basin on their bedside stand. Today, an antique washstand might be used as a nightstand or bedside table. These pitchers, along with the washstand, were essential in any bedroom.

Today, in displaying vintage ceramic pitchers on your Welsh kitchen dresser or in a corner cupboard, you’re inviting a pop of color and an alluring texture to mingle with your other serveware. But when entertaining, you’re likely going to put this decorative vessel to work. Some glazed stoneware and metal pitchers are outfitted with hinged lids to provide insulation, while potters and other craft artists at the time might have made complementary glasses or teacups to pair with their pitchers for a complete serving set. Glass and stoneware pitchers are perfect for serving beverages, but if you’re serving from a metal pitcher, you’ll want to ensure that the material is food-grade stainless steel.

For a simple home accent, consider using that wonderfully aging vintage metal pitcher as a vase for your flowers (be sure to use a watertight plastic liner or insert) or as a receptacle to display and organize your cooking utensils. Given the venturesome design sensibility that we associate with mid-century modernism, a mid-century modern pitcher is going to prove a unique and sophisticated decorative touch to any room in your home. While your farmhouse-style interior is practically begging for the earthy tones of a terracotta pitcher, an ironstone pitcher will bring ornate details to your mantel.

Find a collection of new, vintage and antique pitchers today on 1stDibs.